Late 10-K filing alert: The OLB Group (OLB) notifies delay to April 15, 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

The OLB Group, Inc. submitted a Form 12b-25 notifying the SEC that it cannot timely file its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 because its independent registered public accounting firm has not completed the audit. The company intends to file the Form 10-K prior to April 15, 2026.

Key Figures

Commission File Number: 000-52994 Reporting period end: December 31, 2025 Intended filing date: prior to April 15, 2026 +1 more

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Commission File Number 000-52994 Form 12b-25 cover data

Reporting period end December 31, 2025 Annual period covered by the delayed Form 10-K

Intended filing date prior to April 15, 2026 Company's stated target to file the Form 10-K

Contact phone (212) 278-0900 Listed telephone for Ronny Yakov, CEO

Key Terms

Form 12b-25, Form 10-K, independent registered public accounting firm

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Form 12b-25 regulatory

"Notification of Late Filing; reasons why Form 10-K could not be filed"

Form 12b-25 is a notice a publicly traded company files with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission when it cannot deliver a required periodic report (like a quarterly or annual financial report) on time. It explains the reason for the delay and gives the company a short, temporary window to finish the report without being marked as delinquent; investors watch it because late filings can signal accounting, operational, or control issues that may affect a company’s reliability and stock risk, much like a missed homework deadline can raise concerns about a student’s preparedness.

Form 10-K regulatory

"Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025"

A Form 10-K is a comprehensive report that publicly traded companies are required to file annually with regulators. It provides a detailed overview of a company's financial health, operations, and risks, similar to a detailed health report. Investors use this information to assess the company's performance and make informed decisions about buying or selling its stock.

independent registered public accounting firm financial

"additional time is needed to allow the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm to complete its audit"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 12b-25

Commission File Number 000-52994

NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

☒ Form 10-K	☐ Form 11-K	☐ Form 20-F	☐ Form 10-Q	☐ Form 10-D
☐ Form N-SAR	☐ Form N-CSR

For Period Ended: December 31, 2025

☐ Transition Report on Form 10-K

☐ Transition Report on Form 20-F

☐ Transition Report on Form 11-K

☐ Transition Report on Form 10-Q

For the Transition Period Ended: _______________________________________

Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein.

If the notification relates to a portion of the filing checked above, identify the item(s) to which the notification relates:

PART I

REGISTRANT INFORMATION

Full name of registrant		The OLB Group, Inc.
Address of principal executive office city, state and zip code		1120 Avenue of the Americas, 4th Floor New York, NY 10036

PART II

RULE 12b-25 (b) AND (c)

If the subject report could not be filed without unreasonable effort or expense and the registrant seeks relief pursuant to Rule 12b-25(b), the following should be completed. (Check box if appropriate.)

	(a)	The reasons described in reasonable detail in Part III of this form could not be eliminated without unreasonable effort or expense;
☒	(b)	The subject annual report, semi-annual report, transition report on Form 10-K, Form 20-F, Form 11-K, Form N-CEN or Form N-CSR, or portion thereof will be filed on or before the fifteenth calendar day following the prescribed due date; or the subject quarterly report or transition report on Form 10-Q or subject distribution report on Form 10-D, or portion thereof will be filed on or before the fifth calendar day following the prescribed due date; and
	(c)	The accountant’s statement or other exhibit required by Rule 12b-25(c) has been attached if applicable.

PART III

NARRATIVE

State below in reasonable detail the reasons why Form 10-K, 20-F, 11-K, 10-Q, 10-D, N-CEN, N-CSR or the transition report portion thereof could not be filed within the prescribed time period.

The Company is unable to file, without unreasonable effort or expense, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Form 10-K”). Additional time is needed to allow the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm to complete its audit of the consolidated financial statements included in the Form 10-K. The Company intends to file the Form 10-K prior to April 15, 2026.

Part IV

Other Information

(1) Name and telephone number of person to contact in regard to this notification

	Ronny Yakov, President & Chief Executive Officer		(212)		278-0900
	(Name)		(Area Code)		(Telephone Number)

(2) Have all other periodic reports required under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 30 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 during the preceding 12 months or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such report(s) been filed? If the answer is no, identify report(s).

☒ Yes ☐ No

(3) Is it anticipated that any significant change in results of operations from the corresponding period for the last fiscal year will be reflected by the earnings statements to be included in the subject report or portion thereof?

☐ Yes ☒ No

If so: attach an explanation of the anticipated change, both narratively and quantitatively, and, if appropriate, state the reasons why a reasonable estimate of the results cannot be made.

Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements

This notification contains or may contain, among other things, certain forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties. Such statements may include, without limitation, statements with respect to the Company’s plans, objectives, projections, expectations and intentions and other statements identified by words such as “projects,” “may,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “intends,” “plans” or similar expressions. These statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the Company’s management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including those detailed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ significantly from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that are subject to change based on various factors (many of which are beyond the Company’s control). The Company does not intend to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

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The OLB Group, Inc.

Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter.

Has caused this notification to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

Date: March 31, 2026	By:	/s/ Ronny Yakov
		Ronny Yakov, President & Chief Executive Officer

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FAQ

Why did OLB (OLB) file a Form 12b-25 for its 2025 Form 10-K?

The company says the audit of its consolidated financial statements by its independent registered public accounting firm remains incomplete. OLB cites the need for additional time to complete the audit and prepare the Form 10-K.

When does OLB expect to file its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025?

OLB states it intends to file the Annual Report on Form 10-K prior to April 15, 2026. The Form 12b-25 specifically identifies that target date as the anticipated filing deadline.

Does the Form 12b-25 state any financial impact from the delay for OLB?

The notification does not quantify financial impacts. It only explains the timing delay relates to completing the independent audit and gives no figures for revenues, losses, or other financial metrics.

Who signed the Form 12b-25 for The OLB Group and how can the company be contacted?

The Form 12b-25 was signed by Ronny Yakov, President & Chief Executive Officer. The listed principal office is 1120 Avenue of the Americas, 4th Floor, New York, NY, and the phone number shown is (212) 278-0900.